The Ukrainian front has witnessed relentless action, with Ukrainian forces engaging in a staggering 95 combat clashes within the last day, showcasing formidable defense particularly in the Avdiivka sector.
As reported by Ukrinform, citing the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the defenders have successfully rebuffed the majority of aggressions, maintaining a strong stance against the onslaught.
The conflict's intensity is palpable through the reported offensive measures by the aggressors, which included five missile strikes, 69 air strikes, and 74 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS) aimed not only at military targets but also civilian locales.
Adding to the nighttime turmoil, 24 Shahed drones were launched, with Ukrainian air defenses skillfully downing 23.
Hard-Hit Regions
The aerial and artillery strikes left scars across several regions, including Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson, impacting over 110 settlements.
The attacks reached communities such as Krasnyi Khutir, Luhivka, and the beleaguered areas of Kharkiv, from Slobozhanske to Ivanivka.
Ukrainian troops displayed resilience across various strategic fronts. In the Kupiansk, Lyman, and Bakhmut axes, defenders repelled numerous assaults, reflecting a day filled with fierce resistance and tactical countermeasures.
The Avdiivka axis was notably turbulent, with 20 attacks being stoutly resisted, illustrating the area's critical importance and the intense focus of both defending and invading forces.
Continued Strategic Offensives
Despite the defensive battles, Ukrainian forces were not solely on the back foot.
Their aircraft managed significant strikes against enemy troop concentrations, command posts, and vital resources like anti-aircraft missile systems and ammunition depots. Meanwhile, Ukrainian missile units struck key enemy positions, underscoring an offensive capability amidst a primarily defensive day.
